Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists Association

Developmental Language Disorder

Provincial Conference - Friday, October 27, 2023

Registration CLOSED!

No refunds after October 13^th

Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is a persistent language problem with a significant impact on everyday social or educational progress. Recent international efforts have increased awareness of the consensus around the term DLD, but there is still much work to be done! In this workshop, we’ll unpack the criteria and characteristics of DLD in detail. Guided by volumes in The DLD Diagnostic Toolbox, we will address questions related to diagnosing DLD and examine specific case examples. We’ll also consider challenges and facilitators to implementation in practice. Join us for this interactive session with ample time for questions and answers.

Registration Information

Conference Fee (NSTU Members)	$100.⁰⁰
Substitutes	$80.⁰⁰
Pre-Service Teachers	$80.⁰⁰
Retired Members	$80.⁰⁰
Other Affiliates	$80.⁰⁰

As per NSTU Operational Procedure 14 E. IV.: receipts of payment and attendance will not be distributed until the conference has concluded.

Location

Best Western Plus Dartmouth Hotel & Suites

15 Spectacle Lake Drive, Dartmouth NS, B3B 1X7

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Accommodations:

Special conference rate at the host hotel is $149.

Rooms must be booked by Sept.22

Agenda

Friday, October 27
9:00am - 3:30pm Capacity: 150	Keynote Developmental Language Disorder: Characteristics in Detail Lisa Archibald Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is a persistent language problem with a significant impact on everyday social or educational progress. Recent international efforts have increased awareness of the consensus around the term DLD, but there is still much work to be done! In this workshop, we’ll unpack the criteria and characteristics of DLD in detail. Guided by volumes in The DLD Diagnostic Toolbox, we will address questions related to diagnosing DLD and examine specific case examples. We’ll also consider challenges and facilitators to implementation in practice. Join us for this interactive session with ample time for questions and answers. Lisa Archibald worked as a clinical Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for over 15 years providing services to children and adults, in schools, hospitals, and other facilities. Currently Professor and Director in the School of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Western Ontario, Lisa studies links between memory and language processes in individuals with communication disorders. Lisa’s work has also focused on SLP-educator school-based collaborations. She was part of an international team of researchers and stakeholders considering terminology and profile for children with an unexplained, persistent language disorder now known as developmental language disorder (DLD). As a member of the international committee of RADLD.org and founding member of DLDandMe, Lisa has been active in advocacy campaigns for DLD. Recently, Lisa developed The DLD Toolbox, an online resource for SLPs to support diagnostic decision regarding DLD.
12:00pm - 1:30pm	Lunch (provided)
12:00pm - 1:00pm	AGM

Primary Contact / Registrar

Jenny Slauenwhite | spaaconference@nstu.ca

Registration is now closed.

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